Research Associate I at International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

Post location: The position will be based in Ahero, Kenya.

Key responsibilities

• Purpose
  1. Provide technical support in the day-to-day running of field experiments
  2. Assist researchers in collecting and processing data from the field
  3. Make sure the entries in trials are properly labelled and record kept in field books.
  4. Fill data sheets and submit data to the researcher for further processing
• Engagement
  1. Engage effectively with field laborers, irrigation scheme officers/managers, KALRO researchers and other stakeholders as needed.
  2. Inform the immediate supervisor on the condition and status of field trials
  3. Effectively communicate with immediate supervisors and daily laborers to ensure delivery of research objectives
• Delivery
  1. In conjunction with the researcher and scientist, plan, survey and coordinate the materials and resources required to meet the research objectives of the group
  2. Help collect and store data generated from the trials and provide information regarding the status of trials to ensure continuity and quality of field research
  3. Clean and maintain the research fields
  4. Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor from time to time

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related field
2. Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience
3. Knowledgeable in setting up field trials
4. Knowledge of field data collection and labelling entries using a bar code
5. Experience with field data collection, sample processing and archiving
6. An understanding of health and safety in the workplace and good working practices
7. Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
8. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
9. Good communication skills
10. Willingness to learn and continually develop skills